Question

The minimum common salt content in table butter as per FSSAI (PFA) regulation is:

• A. 2 %
• B. 3 %
• C. 2.5 %
• D. 1 %

Hint:

Table butter must also have a minimum of 80% milk fat and a maximum of 16% moisture. The 3% salt limit ensures the product is not overly salty and preserves the quality of the emulsion.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Table butter, meaning salted butter meant for direct consumption, is allowed to carry common salt under FSSAI standards, and the regulation sets the upper limit for this salt content at 3.0 percent by weight. This 3 percent figure is the benchmark exam papers usually test, since it defines how salty table butter is permitted to be before it no longer meets the standard.